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Harper Food Center completely destroyed in late-night fire

Posted at 9:46 AM, Feb 21, 2021
and last updated 2021-02-21 18:47:55-05

DETROIT (WXYZ) — An evening fire that completely destroyed a local grocery store in Detroit Saturday is being investigated.

The Detroit Fire Department went out to the Harper Food Center, 13961 Harper, around 9 p.m. Saturday to find the building nearly engulfed in flames.

The fire caused the building to collapse. Crews worked to control the flames and were still on the scene at around 6:30 a.m. Sunday morning addressing hot spots.

It's unclear at this time if there were any injuries. The investigation is ongoing.